Named for the silent-film actress and co-founder of United Artists, the Mary Pickford pairs light rum and pineapple juice with maraschino liqueur and grenadine, shaken and strained into a chilled cocktail glass over a cherry. The grenadine tints the drink a soft blush pink while the pineapple and rum carry a sweet, tropical core, the maraschino lending a faint nutty-bitter accent. A pre-Prohibition creation listed by the IBA among its Unforgettables, it sits near 13 percent ABV and reads as fruit-forward and decorative. Its elegant, rosy appearance long associated it with the glamour of Hollywood's golden age.
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Mary Pickford
재료
- Light rum 1 1/2 oz
- Pineapple juice 1 oz
- maraschino liqueur 1/2 tsp
- Grenadine 1/2 tsp
- Maraschino cherry 1
조리법
Shake and strain into a chilled large cocktail glass
메리 픽포드는 라이트 럼, 파인애플 주스, 마라스키노 리큐어, 그레나딘을 차가운 칵테일 글라스에 스트레인하여 체리 장식을 얹어 서빙하는 IBA 잊을 수 없는 칵테일입니다. 전설적인 무성 영화 배우이자 유나이티드 아티스츠의 공동 창립자의 이름을 딴, 달콤하고 열대적이며 아름다운 블러쉬 핑크 빛의 금주법 이전 클래식입니다. 그 과일향 나는 우아함은 할리우드 황금기의 매력의 상징이 되었습니다.
History & Origins
The Mary Pickford was created in Havana, Cuba during the 1920s when the actress visited the island during Prohibition. Bartender Fred Kaufman at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba is credited with inventing the drink in her honor. The IBA lists it among the Unforgettables, cementing its historical importance as a golden-age classic with Cuban roots.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Sweet pineapple and cherry with a faint floral rose note from the grenadine and soft rum warmth. Palate: Sweet and tropical with pineapple fruit, cherry, almond hints from the maraschino, and light rum clarity. Finish: Fruity, sweet, and gentle with a lingering tropical cherry note.
Pro Tip
Shake vigorously with plenty of ice to properly emulsify the pineapple juice and achieve the cocktail's signature silky texture.
사용된 기법
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ingredients in a Mary Pickford cocktail?
The Mary Pickford is made with white Cuban rum, pineapple juice, grenadine, and maraschino liqueur, shaken with ice and strained into a chilled coupe glass. The combination creates a sweet, tropical, blush-colored cocktail with a subtle cherry and citrus complexity from the maraschino. It is typically garnished with a maraschino cherry.
Who was Mary Pickford and why was the cocktail named after her?
Mary Pickford was one of the most famous Hollywood actresses of the silent film era, known as 'America's Sweetheart' and co-founder of United Artists. The cocktail was reportedly created in Havana, Cuba during her visit in the 1920s, when she and actor Douglas Fairbanks traveled there during Prohibition. Bartender Fred Kaufman or Eddie Woelke is often credited with creating the drink in her honor at the Hotel Nacional de Cuba or the Jockey Club.
What is the ABV of a Mary Pickford?
A Mary Pickford typically has an ABV of around 15–20%, as white rum at 40% is diluted substantially by pineapple juice and the small additions of grenadine and maraschino liqueur. The pineapple juice makes up roughly half the drink's volume, significantly reducing the overall alcohol concentration. The result is a fruity, refreshing cocktail with a moderate, approachable strength.
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